Patriotism Divided Over History | US News

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani celebrated America’s 250th birthday by urging patriotism rooted in self-reflection—honoring both the nation’s triumphs and its flaws, especially its immigrant-driven soul. But LA’s Spencer Pratt, who ran for mayor, fired back with a fiery Instagram rant calling Mamdani’s speech “communist,” accusing him of undermining national identity by questioning history. Pratt insists patriotism must be built on shared traditions and historical reverence, arguing that without them, America is just a building, not a home. The clash reveals a deep divide: one side sees progress through honest reckoning, the other through unshakable love of the nation’s past. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/76e21fc0b2f30572